Located in Marion County, Florida, the Moss Bluff Lock and Spillway serves a primary purpose of navigation along the Oklawaha River.
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Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and spans 485 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 151,200 acre-feet. While primarily used for navigation, the structure also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Moss Bluff Lock and Spillway is deemed to be in satisfactory condition, although not formally rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 3,420 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the structure has not undergone any significant modifications in recent years and does not have associated locks. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this site to be a fascinating example of how infrastructure can support both human activities and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
485 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
OKLAWAHA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
476 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Nid Storage |
151200 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
44 |
Ocklawaha R At Moss Bluff
|
23cfs |
Ocklawaha River Nr Ocala
|
17cfs |
Ocklawaha River Nr Conner
|
553cfs |
Silver River Near Ocala
|
508cfs |
Haines Creek At Lisbon
|
22cfs |
Ocklawaha River At Eureka
|
597cfs |
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